Author: Kavish

Growing demand for the semiconductor chips that power artificial intelligence is driving soaring electricity use, particularly in countries that rely on fossil fuels for power, environmental group Greenpeace warned Thursday. Global chip manufacturing is concentrated in East Asia, including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, whose power systems are still heavily dependent on burning fossil fuels that produce climate-warming emissions. Exploding demand for the highly advanced chips used in energy-hungry AI data centres around the world has raised fears about the technology’s environmental impact. AI chipmaking used nearly 984 gigawatt hours (GWh) last year, up more than 350 percent from 2023,…

CMF by Nothing is gearing up for the launch of its CMF Phone 2 Pro in India later this month. After announcing the official launch date, the company shared a teaser video on social media, offering a glimpse of the phone’s rear design. This teaser highlights a textured back panel and suggests that the CMF Phone 2 Pro will carry over design elements from last year’s CMF Phone 1 but with notable modifications.CMF Phone 2 Pro: Design TeasedThe teaser, posted by CMF by Nothing on X, showcases the phone’s rear panel, featuring a unique texture and the CMF branding at…

Safe drinking water is non negotiable but who wants the headache of constant maintenance. With so many purifiers on the market, finding one that keeps water clean without endless filter changes or service calls can be tricky. The goal is not just purification, it is choosing a system that works efficiently without adding to your to-do list.From advanced RO systems to efficient UV+UF+RO purifiers, each has its strengths. Some promise top tier filtration but demand frequent upkeep, while others deliver safe water with minimal intervention. This guide explores the best water purifiers in India April 2025, helping you pick one…

Google has fixed two zero-day security flaws affecting Android devices, with the latest security update that began rolling out to users on Monday. The company says it is aware of the possibility of these two high-severity vulnerabilities being exploited to target users. One of the flaws enables a zero-click exploit that provides hackers with access to sensitive information on a user’s device, without requiring any user interaction. Users should update their Pixel devices to make sure that they have the latest security patches, while other smartphone users will have to wait until their smartphone maker rolls out these fixes.Google Fixes…

ASUS has launched a new lineup of laptops in India, including models from the Vivobook and Zenbook series, along with the Gaming V16. These laptops are available for purchase starting today through both online and offline platforms. Prices start at Rs. 75,990 for the Vivobook 16 (X1607CA) and Vivobook 14 (X1407CA) models and can reach up to Rs.. 2,39,990 for the Zenbook Duo (UX8406CA).Vivobook and Gaming V16 SeriesThe new lineup includes various models designed for different user needs. The Vivobook 14 Flip stands out as a 2-in-1 laptop powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor. It…

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Oppo is all set to launch the Find X8 Ultra on April 10 in China alongside the Find X8s series. After recently teasing the design, Oppo has now shared most of the key specifications of the upcoming flagship. The Oppo Find X8 Ultra is confirmed to pack the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. It will offer a 2K resolution display and pack a 6,100mAh battery. The Oppo Find X8 Ultra will feature a quad rear camera unit comprising four 50-megapixel sensors.Oppo Find X8 Ultra Specifications The latest teasers by Oppo confirm that the Find X8 Ultra runs on a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.…

I tend to be averse to making predictions. I’m a reporter, first and foremost, and that means I hate being wrong. But if you want an example of how poorly predictions can age, just remember that not even five years ago, one big consulting firm predicted that Volkswagen would be the world’s top electric carmaker by 2025—selling at least 1.4 million EVs globally—with Renault-Mitsubishi-Nissan in second place.  That turned out to be very wrong on multiple fronts. Last year, globally, Volkswagen managed about half that, 745,000 EVs worldwide, and even that was one hell of an accomplishment. As for Renault-Mitsubishi-Nissan, well……

(Bloomberg) — The US federal government’s central human resources office will begin deploying artificial intelligence to clean up its personnel records this year, marking the boldest public move yet into using the technology on sensitive records.   The Office of Personnel Management’s disclosure — in a privacy impact memo posted Wednesday — follows government-wide guidance last week directing agencies to “lean forward” on the use of the technology to improve services and cut costs.   President Donald Trump signed an executive order in January revoking former President Joe Biden’s more cautious AI policy, which Trump said put in place “barriers…

Samsung rolled out the One UI 7 stable update for Galaxy S24 series and other handsets in South Korea on Monday. The company has now detailed the camera-centric features part of the update via its community forum. The One UI 7 update introduces support for LOG video recording on older Galaxy models. Typically used in professional video productions, it enables users to capture videos in a logarithmic colour profile. Further, they can access new features such as Motion Photos, 10-bit HDR video, and custom filters powered by artificial intelligence (AI).One UI 7’s New Camera FeaturesSamsung detailed the new camera features part…